LOGIN"I'm not sure this is a good idea." Elena stopped in front of the lobby.Eric held Elena's shoulders and stared at her intently. "You're just nervous. Trust me. This is a golden opportunity. Thousands want to work at this company, and thousands are turned away. You have privilege, so don't waste your chance, Abby."It's not about privilege. It's about an unresolved past. Elena shook her head, lowering her eyes as she sighed. "I don't know. I'm not sure I could.""You just have to believe in yourself and you'll make it," Eric said.Although Elena felt this wasn't the best decision, seeing her fiancée's hopeful face made her feel guilty. Eric had done so much for her. Turning him down wouldn't be fair. Finally, Elena nodded, telling herself that everything would be okay."Wish me luck." Elena gripped Eric's hand."Of course. Luck is your middle name," Eric replied with a small smile.As they entered the building, Elena and Eric walked side by side. Elena's confidence grew, and she was r
"Abby, what's wrong?" Eric followed Elena into her room. "You haven't said a word since we left the restaurant. Did I do something wrong?"Elena tossed her purse on the bed, then turned and looked at Eric, relaxing her shoulders."Why have you never told me your uncle is Sean Blackwood? I mean... who doesn't know Sean Blackwood? The most powerful man in town." Elena adjusted her hair and gave Eric a disappointed look. "What else are you keeping from me, Eric?"Eric licked his lips, feeling guilty. He moved closer, then took Elena's hand. "I'm sorry. I didn't mean anything. I didn't want you to walk away from me when you knew who my family was."Elena exhaled loudly, then sat down on the edge of the bed, covering her face with her palms. "I don't know. I feel like I'm walking on water that could drown me at any moment.""I'm not going to let that happen." Eric sat down next to Elena and gently squeezed her hand. "I love you, Abby. Please don't let this ruin our plans."Elena bit her li
Elena felt her body freeze. Sean's figure in front of her hit her like an unexpected storm. The man's face – the face she had avoided for so long - appeared with a cold aura, his sharp eyes scrutinizing her every move. Elena's legs felt weak, and if it weren't for Eric, who gently held her waist, she would have fallen to the floor.A few years had passed, but nothing had changed about Sean. He was still the same man he had always been—dominant and able to intimidate Elena with just a look in his eyes.Elena hoped it was all a dream until she heard Eric's voice."Abby, are you okay?" whispered Eric, looking at the woman with concern.Words were too difficult to utter. Elena could only nod slowly, though her body was still shaking. She wanted to speak, but the words seemed stuck in her throat.Sean stepped closer, his movements calm yet controlled. As Elena remembered, his expression was hard to read, but his gaze was enough to shrink Elena's guts. Eric smiled and introduced Elena witho
Elena stood speechless before the large gate that slowly opened, revealing a magnificent mansion behind a large garden with a fountain in the center. Her mouth was agape as she struggled to process the sight. All this time, she knew that Eric was quite wealthy, but she had never imagined that he came from such a rich family."Is this your house?" asked Elena, her eyes scanning the scene around her."My parents' house," Eric replied.The car drove slowly into the spacious courtyard and stopped before the main door after circling the fountain. The front door was wide open as if eager to welcome its owner."Come!" Eric nodded his head in the direction of the house.Elena's feet stepped hesitantly, following Eric as she held Roxanne's tiny hand. The little girl jumped up and down, tugging at Elena's hand. "Mommy! It's like a palace! Is Uncle Eric a prince?" she asked innocently.Eric, standing in front of them, chuckled as he turned around. "Prince? Not really, Roxy. But if you feel like
The large suitcase in the corner of the room was almost complete, clothes and essentials neatly arranged inside. Elena stopped before it, her trembling fingers touching the open zipper. Her gaze was blank, her mind full of endless worries."Are you sure this is the right decision?" she muttered softly, more to herself.Eric appeared at the door, carrying an extra bag. His face conveyed the calmness he always showed in difficult moments like this. He approached, placed the bag on the floor, and gently took Elena's hand."Abby, is everything okay?" Eric looked at Elena, recognizing the woman's fear. "Is something bothering you?" he said in that deep but caring voice.Elena lifted her face and looked into Eric's eyes, which radiated security. "I'm just scared, Eric. What if your uncle doesn't accept me? I brought a lot of things with me that might be hard to accept."Eric smiled a little and rubbed Elena's cheek with the back of his hand. "He will see what I see in you. Strength, courage
Eric sat in a leather-upholstered chair that felt cold under his palms. The large table before him separated him from Sean, who had controlled his life in many ways. Sean's piercing eyes swept over Eric's face, making the atmosphere more tense than it needed to be."What are you saying, Eric? You have ten minutes." Sean glanced from his watch to Eric's face. "My flight leaves at 5:45 this afternoon."Eric moistened his lips, looking a little hesitant and uneasy. But he couldn't wait any longer."It's about my dad's estate," Eric replied."Why do you suddenly want to discuss this inheritance?" asked Sean in a measured tone.Eric took a deep breath and tried to organize his thoughts. "Because I felt the time had come. I want to make sure I live according to my dad's wishes. I want to propose to the woman I love."Sean leaned back in his chair, scrutinizing Eric like a prosecutor judging a defendant. "What kind of woman do you think deserves to be your wife and take on all the responsibi
Elena wiped away the tears that were streaming down her face. She took a deep breath, then opened the door roughly. Her heart was hurt and filled with anger. Elena entered the room, startling the couple who had just finished making love."Elena?" Josh spontaneously pulled away from Bianca's embrace
"Please wait here, you'll be called when it's your turn," a woman in light blue said to Elena Wilson after work."Thank you." Elena lifted her lips. She sat in a waiting chair in front of the room where she would conduct the interview.Elena considered the interview a miracle amid the tragedy that
Elena's heartbeat started to go crazy. Her blood seemed to flow in a different direction. The voice sounded deep and calm, reminding Elena of an intoxicating situation. Seductive whispers and erotic sighs seeped into Elena's ears, invading her memory with scenes of heat and pleasure that sent shive
The sound of splashing water woke Elena from her deep sleep. She blinked slowly, then furrowed her brow."God!" Elena groaned at the headache and hangover that hit her.Not only was she dizzy, but she could feel her whole body breaking down. All her joints felt stiff, and all the discomfort was cen







